Hamstel Infant School in Essex Add Playground Canopy

Hamstel Infant School recognised the importance of spending time outdoors during the day. The staff saw that A&S Landscape had a cancelled order for a straight roof canopy and decided to make a bid.

Project Specification

Product: Motiva Linear™
Size: 15000mm X 3000mm
Steelwork:
- Slate Grey - RAL NO. 7015
Roof:
- Opal

The Motiva Linear was installed outside one of the school buildings, on an area of the playground. Measuring 15m X 3m, there is plenty of space underneath for the pupils to play together. The slate grey steelwork gives the canopy a sleek, modern look which works well with the surroundings. What’s more is that the opal polycarbonate roofing blocks harmful UV rays, while allowing a safe level of sunlight through.

Already the shelter is a very popular place during break and lunchtimes, and it has been a great addition to the school. When it is rainy, windy or too sunny, the pupils can gather underneath the shade and shelter away from the elements. This allows the outside space to be used throughout the year.

The teachers at Hamstel Infant School could also take lessons outside without having to plan around the weather. The alternative learning environment offered by the canopy will help to engage the pupils and create a memorable class.

“Nice, neat job. Thank you A&S Landscape!”

– Hamstel Infant School and Nursery

A&S Landscape offers a range of playground shelters in a variety of designs. Ideal for nurseries and primary schools, we can help you get better use out of your outside space. We also have an offers page, where you can find a list of products open to bids. To get more information, you can call us directly on 01743 444100.

The benefits and importance on outdoor play on children

Health is detrimentally affected by not getting sufficient exercise, causing increasing numbers of obesity in children and adolescents. Children are not playing outside as much as they used to, restricting their contact with sunlight and thus the generation of Vitamin D which helps to combat infection and keeps skin healthy. Sunlight also helps to control the production of melatonin which regulates sleep. TV screens emit harmful blue light, which can cause headaches and eye strain. Blue light in the evenings can even limit the development of melatonin, which in turn can make falling asleep very challenging for some children.

See how schools can help their children spend more time outside over on our blog.

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